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Great! Here’s a clean one-page “Vitamin G” takeaway sheet you could print or share:
🌿 Vitamin G: The Special Sauce for Happiness
Why Gratitude Works
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Rewires the brain to notice positives
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Boosts serotonin & dopamine → better mood
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Reduces stress (cortisol down by 23%)
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Linked to fewer symptoms of anxiety & depression
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Associated with longer life (Harvard, 2024)
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A cornerstone of positive psychology
How to Start Your Practice
Gratitude Journal
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Write 3–5 things you’re grateful for daily
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After writing, pause: Close your eyes, focus on the feeling
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This emotional focus = the “special sauce”
Other Options
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Volunteering (for social types)
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Sharing gratitude with friends/family
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Reflecting silently during a walk or meditation
Daily Tips to Stay Consistent
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Pick a special time each day (morning or evening works best)
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Create ritual: light a candle, make tea, play music
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Keep your journal bedside as a reminder
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Use phone reminders until it becomes habit
The Payoff
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25% boost in happiness (2003 study)
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Increased optimism & energy
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Improved relationships & health
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Greater joy, resilience, and “small moments of bliss”
✨ “Gratitude is Vitamin G — nourishing for mind, body, and spirit.” — Lorraine Miller
Do you want me to design this into a polished, poster-style handout (PDF with calming visuals & icons) so it’s print-ready, or keep it in text form?
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